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Bucks County Raises Over $12,000 for Buckingham Wellness Center in One Week
The Bucks County community recently exceeded a fundraising challenge from the Gene and Marlene Epstein Foundation, raising over $12,000 in just one week for the Kin Wellness and Support Center, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch. The community surpassed the original $5,000 goal by collecting an additional $7,298. With the Epstein Foundation’s match, the…
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New Jersey “Barbie Dreamhouse” Goes Viral on TikTok
A home in New Jersey, dubbed the “Barbie Dreamhouse,” has gone viral on TikTok for its pink-themed interior, writes Katherine Cressman for the Bucks County Courier Times. Listed on Zillow for $500,000, the Hamilton house at 835 Hughes Drive stands out with bubblegum pink shutters and salmon-pink walls, kitchen cabinets, and floors, all complemented…
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New Target in Doylestown Sparks Mixed Reactions from Local Business Owners
The new Target store in Doylestown, open for just over a week, is causing mixed feelings among local business owners. Many are cautiously optimistic but wary of the potential impact on their businesses, writes Ed Doyle for TAPinto Doylestown. Nerice Kendter of Busy Bee Toys is concerned about overlapping merchandise categories but believes her store’s…
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Pennsbury School District Announces Design Sessions for New High School
The Pennsbury School District is moving forward with its plans for a new high school, announcing two sessions to discuss the building’s designs for athletics, music, and arts programs, writes Dino Ciliberti for The Patch. The sessions are scheduled on August 7 at 5 PM specifically focusing on athletics, activities, and physical education. On…
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Spirit Animal Launches Distillery Inside Bensalem Brewery
Spirit Animal Distilling has officially launched at The Mixing Room, located inside Broken Goblet in Bensalem, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. This new addition further enriches the craft beverage experience at the venue. Spirit Animal debuted with its own line of gin and vodka, becoming the latest brand under the…
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Recent Alumna Kylie Schoelen ’23 Rides A DelVal Horse To Success At 2024 I Love NY Horse Show
Delaware Valley University alumna Kylie Schoelen ’23 recently competed at the 2024 I Love NY Horse Show in Lake Placid, New York. She competed in the adult jumpers division riding atop DelVal’s own horse, Java’s Keltic Mist, and in the adult jumpers division with her own horse, Capone Z, who she currently leases to the…
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‘Today Show’ Hosts Give Newtown’s Alex Cooper ‘Call Her Daddy’ Treatment
Newtown native Alex Cooper was a guest at NBC’s Today with Hoda & Jenna, where the two hosts asked her some of the candid questions she has asked celebrities on her popular podcast, Call Her Daddy. Cooper became famous by being able to get her guests to open up and those conversations often go viral.…
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From Uganda to Medical School: Penn State Abington Graduate Reflects on the Journey
Volunteering to work with young cancer patients at a hospital near his home in Uganda confirmed then-14-year-old Edmund Wekunga’s plans to become a doctor. “The connections I made with the children and seeing their strength in the face of such a tough disease inspired me to pursue medicine. It was those heartfelt interactions that showed me the…
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Twin Brothers Raise Hundreds for Warminster Food Bank with Lemonade Stand
Shane and Weston Fox, 9-year-old twin brothers from Warrington, have raised $800 to support the Warminster Food Bank, writes Dino Ciliberti for The Patch. This effort was part of their junior black belt service project at Action Karate of Jamison, where they have trained since age four. Inspired by their older brother Carter, who…
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Historic Newtown Theatre Undergoes $1.1 Million Renovations
The historic Newtown Theatre is undergoing a $1.1 million transformation this summer, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch. Located on North State Street, the theater is set for extensive upgrades aimed at revitalizing this community landmark. The ambitious project includes a $600,000 overhaul of the balcony, introducing brand new seating, hardwood flooring, and enhanced…
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Gwynedd Mercy Receives Funding From Lilly Endowment Thriving Congregations Grant
Gwynedd Mercy University has received a $1.25 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to support an innovative program titled “We are the Now of the Church: Young Adult Synodal Ministry and Thriving Catholic Congregations.” The project is being funded through Lilly Endowment’s Thriving Congregations Initiative. The aim of the initiative is to encourage flourishing congregations…
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Doylestown Health Advances Toward Merger with Penn Health System
Doylestown Health is moving closer to finalizing its merger with the University of Pennsylvania Health System, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The merger is expected to reach a definitive agreement within weeks, as announced by the leaders of both organizations. Since signing a letter of intent in January, Doylestown Health and…
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CrepeBerry Brings Fresh Smoothies and Crepes to Yardley’s Main Street
CrepeBerry, a new café offering an array of smoothies, crepes, and more, celebrated its grand opening in Yardley. Owned by local couple Sammy and Jasmine Khan, CrepeBerry aims to provide healthy and delicious options to the community, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. “There’s a lot of people here who love…
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Renowned Sculptor George Anthonisen and his Wife and Manager Ellen Are Art Legacies
Solebury couple George and Ellen Anthonisen have built a formidable legacy in the art world writes Tamala Edwards for 6 ABC Philadelphia. George’s early sculptures, often depicting his family, highlight his exceptional visual memory. George, a sculptor, attended the University of Vermont, followed by rigorous training at the National Academy of Design and the…
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Independence Seaport Museum Transfers Historic Portrait to Andalusia Estate
The Independence Seaport Museum has officially transferred ownership of a portrait from 1815 to the historic Andalusia estate in Bensalem, ending a long-standing case of mistaken identity, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. The painting, depicting Adèle Sigoigne, was purchased by the Seaport Museum nearly 20 years ago for $46,000. Initially, the museum believed…
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A Thousand Diners to Gather in Newtown for Alfresco Black and White Dinner This September
A thousand black-and-white clad diners will gather on Newtown Borough’s closed-down North State Street for an alfresco dinner on September 7, according to The Reporter. Tickets are now on sale for the 8th annual Newtown Black & White Dinner to benefit the historic Newtown Theatre. The street will be lined with tables draped in…
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Doylestown Dad Ready for Ride of Lifetime to Support Ronald McDonald House
Doylestown father Jeff Bekos is preparing for the ride of a lifetime across the country to support Ronald McDonald House in West Philadelphia, writes Aziza Shuler for CBS News. Although daunting, the 4,600-mile journey pales in comparison to the battle he and his family endured eleven years ago, when his daughter, Hailey, was diagnosed with…
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Delaware Valley University Announces Details of Fifth Annual Spark Bowl Competition
Delaware Valley University, in partnership with the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce (CBCC) and Startup Bucks, announced that the fifth annual Spark Bowl competition will take place on November 21, 2024 in the Life Sciences Building at DelVal’s main campus in Doylestown. Spark Bowl, fashioned after the hit ABC TV show Shark Tank, is a…
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